Overall score
Macgregor
57.5/100
Strathnairn
37.4/100
Macgregor vs Strathnairn, ACT suburb comparison
Macgregor for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MacgregorStrathnairn
Crime rate
Macgregor
13.6 / 1k
Strathnairn
—
Nearby amenities
Macgregor
97
Strathnairn
282
Population
Macgregor
7,049
Strathnairn
714
Metric leadMacgregor 4Strathnairn 3across 7 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Macgregor | Strathnairn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 13.6 / 1k | — |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 97 | 282 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 2 |
| Population | 7,049 | 714 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Macgregor is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Strathnairn is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Macgregor tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Strathnairn stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Macgregor, while Strathnairn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.